Case Conceptualization Project PART II

EXAMPLE:

Amanda is a 23-year old recovering alcoholic and the mother of a two-year-old daughter (Shay). Shay

currently lives with Amanda’s mother who has agreed to help until Amanda can get her own apartment.

Amanda has begun attending AA meetings, and is looking for a job, but is still sharing an apartment with

her ex-boyfriend who is a drug user. Amanda would like to find a job and get her own apartment so she

can raise her daughter in a healthy environment. Amanda has a certification in medical billing. Amanda

does not have her own transportation, but her mother is able to pick Amanda up so she can have visits

and spend time with Shay.

Target of concern:

Amanda is in need of her own apartment to continue recovery and have her daughter return to live

with her.

Tasks the client can do to address target of concern:

1. Create a resume and find three people as references.

2. Find job listings

3. Research available apartments in the area and find out how much rent and utilities would be

Identified Strengths/Resources

(what will support their success)

1. Amanda is motivated to find a job and her own

apartment.

2. Amanda’s mother is in her support system and

helps her as much as she can, Amanda also has

support from her AA meetings and sponsor.

Identified Potential Barriers/Obstacles

(what may hinder success to allow plans to be

proactive)

1. Amanda currently lives with her boyfriend

who has access to alcohol and drugs.

2. Amanda does not have her own vehicle and

relies on her mother for transportation.

Tasks-SW (what will the SW do to assist)

1. Assist in resume building

2. Case management to assist in job search

And housing

3. Assist in identifying Amanda’s support network

Tasks-Client (what will the client need to do)

1. Solidify transportation (mother, bus, walking)

2. Gather all necessary paperwork needed for

apartment application, and employment

Measured by (how will you know the task(s) has/have been reached or successful):

Reporting progress to social worker

SMART goal and (2) objectives:

Goal:

In the next three months, Amanda will obtain her own housing so Shay can return to Amanda’s care.

Objectives:

Amanda will obtain employment within the next two weeks.

Amanda will research 5 available housing options each week until housing is found.

How is this goal

Specific We know exactly what Amanda is working towards, housing

Measurable We will know if this goal is met by Amanda when Amanda has housing

Attainable Utilizing Amanda’s strengths and resources, she can attain this goal

Realistic Amanda has the knowledge and skills to apply for and attain independent housing

Timely Three months is the deadline